University Report 2022-2023

Saint Joseph's first female president, Cheryl A. McConnell, at Inauguration podium

Historic Inauguration

Cheryl A. McConnell, PhD, a 35-year veteran of Jesuit higher education, was unanimously elected by the University’s Board of Trustees and the presidential search committee as Saint Joseph’s 29th and first female president.

Students using the turf in the recreation and fitness center

Year in Review

Saint Joseph's University continues to reach new heights, from appointing its first female president to accelerating its campus master plan and expanding career opportunities with the most in-demand program offerings.

Two female Saint Joseph's students in lab

Academics with Impact

The University prepares students to be engaged citizens of the world, committed to Jesuit ideals and lifelong learning.

Two science students working alongside professor

Empowering Our Students

Today’s students gain experience while putting theory into practice through research, co-ops and clinical training, D1 athletics and more.

Saint Joseph's student cutting wood on immersion trip

Living the Mission

Saint Joseph’s students employ education for the greater good, from building houses in the Appalachian region to empowering the next generation of young women in STEM.

Saint Joseph's Julia Oseka at the Vatican

Students walking under Saint Joseph's Post Crossing underpass

Photo of mountains and hills during a sunrise

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Making History at the Vatican

The pope appointed a Saint Joseph’s student as one of only two laypeople from the United States to serve as a delegate to the Universal Assembly.

Accelerating Saint Joseph's 10-Year Master Plan

The University’s campus master plan is aimed at enhancing the student experience — from upgrading facilities in support of academic excellence to creating community greenspaces to gather, relax and unwind.

Life Rolls On

Members of Saint Joseph’s physical therapy program supported athletes with disabilities at the world’s largest adaptive surf event.

30 Years of the Appalachian Experience

What began as a service trip three decades ago has blossomed into one of the University’s largest service and immersion initiatives.

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Leading the Way

University Leadership Board of Trustees

University Report | 2022-2023